In the Soviet era, the GAZ-53 was rightfully considered the best among medium-tonnage trucks. This is also evidenced by statistics: this truck, which was already the 3rd generation of trucks from the Gorky Automobile Plant, was produced for 32 years. from 1961 to 1993, and during this time more than 4 million cars rolled off the assembly line.
This car was replaced by the GAZ-3309 model. But at that time, the popularity of these cars had already begun to decline, since the 8-cylinder gasoline engines installed on them were not profitable. The designers tried to correct the situation by installing a turbodiesel unit on the GAZ-3309, but this did not save the situation. Medium-tonnage GAZ vehicles have almost completely replaced GAZelles.
The same GAZelles kept the Gorky Automobile Plant afloat. Moreover, after the appearance of a completely new generation of GAZelles, which received the NEXT prefix, the car plant decided to try to revive the popularity of medium-duty cars. The result was the emergence of medium-duty models, the line of which was immediately given the popular name of the once popular cars - GAZon NEXT.
Overall dimensions Lawn Next
GAZon Next acquired a modern appearance, its technical characteristics have changed, modifications of this vehicle have appeared, only its belonging to medium-duty trucks has remained the same.
As for modifications, they mainly affect only the overall parameters of the car. There are two such modifications - standard and extended. Moreover, the extended version can be equipped with a cabin for 6 people.
Dimensional parameters of modifications
Parameters and indicators GAZon NEXT | |||
Parameter | Unit change | Index | |
standard | extended | ||
Length | mm | 6435 | 7910 |
Width | mm | 2307 | 2307 |
Height | mm | 2418 | 2418 |
Wheelbase | mm | 3770 | 4515 |
Clearance | mm | 265 | 265 |
Curb weight | kg | 3930 | 4280 |
Load capacity | kg | 5000 | 4700 |
Number of seats | — | 3 | 3/6 |
Maximum speed | km/h | 100 | 100 |
When will it go on sale?
The managers of the GAZ plant do not name specific dates for the start of sales of Lawn Next. This event is expected to take place in the second half of 2014. The new car will have a standard and extended platform. There are also plans to produce a truck weighing up to 12 tons, “to fill the niche that became vacant after the Moscow ZIL automobile plant left it,” Sorokin said, as well as models with a double cab.
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>Appearance Lawn Next
LAWN NEXT was left with a classic frame design with rear-wheel drive. But the cabin differs significantly from its predecessor GAZ-3309, since the new medium-tonnage truck uses the GAZelle NEXT cabin module.
Now the cabin has a modern look, not inferior to foreign trucks with a front-engine layout. The massive radiator grille is decorated with wide horizontal lines. On the sides of the engine compartment there are wide front fenders with a plastic body kit. The headlights are large in size and equipped with modern optics.
The metal bumper has plastic decorative trims on the sides. The body of the bumper itself houses small round foglights. Below the bumper there is a metal protective body kit.
The transition from the hood to the passenger compartment acquired a smoother angle, which made the appearance of the front of the car more modern.
There is nothing remarkable in the rear of the car. The car frame ends with a metal bumper with rear headlights installed on it.
Technical characteristics of GAZ 4WD
Option package “Comfort 1” Option package “Comfort 2” (3-seat cabin) Same as “Comfort 1” with the following options: Option package “Comfort 2” C2-2 (7-seat cabin) Same as “Comfort 2” with the following options : Other options
Sprung driver's seat "standard" (with separate height and horizontal adjustment of the cushion, adjustable backrest angle) | ||
Cigarette lighter, ashtray | ||
12V socket | ||
Additional 12V socket (in the rear) | ||
Interior light (rear) | ||
Cabin filter | ||
Radiator insulation | ||
Ceiling console | ||
Heating and ventilation system | ||
Ventilation hatch (material: glass with silk-screen printing) | ||
Weight of the equipped vehicle, kg | 2220* (2205**)/2155* (2130**) | 2340* (2325**)/2190* (2165**) |
Full size spare tire | ||
Tool kit | ||
Brake pad wear indicator | ||
Headlight unit with daytime running lights with tilt angle corrector | ||
Preparation for connecting a tachograph (place + wire) | ||
1DIN head unit: CD-MP3 receiver with AM/FM tuner with control buttons on the steering wheel and USB | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Fog lights | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Driver's seat "luxury" (sprung, with armrest, adjustments, lumbar support, heating) | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Preheater-heater | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Additional heater | ABOUT | |
Platform with rolled sides, plywood flooring, awning | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Platform with aluminum sides, plywood deck | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Fire extinguisher | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Tachograph | ABOUT | ABOUT |
Set of door pockets (1 left + 1 right)*** | A | ABOUT |
Rear door pocket*** | A | ABOUT |
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Cabin interior Lawn Next
The interior decoration has also changed significantly. This is no longer just a compartment with “Spartan” seats, a steering wheel and a gearshift lever, but a completely modern truck cabin with good amenities.
The cabin seats have a modern design and fabric upholstery. The front panel is completely plastic. The steering column is adjustable, and the steering itself is equipped with a hydraulic booster.
The front panel looks very good. The instrument panel includes analog-type information sensors, as well as an on-board computer.
Technical characteristics Lawn Next
Now the new medium-duty truck is exclusively diesel, while GAZon Next has good technical characteristics. The car is equipped with two engines to choose from. One of them is basic - YaMZ-5344-20. This power plant has 4.4 liters of volume with 4 available cylinders. It develops 137 hp. The Cummins ISF 3.8 e4R engine, with a volume of 3.7 liters, will be offered as an option, but it is more powerful - 152 hp.
Both units operate only with a manual 5-speed gearbox. Such technical equipment has led to the fact that GAZon Next’s fuel consumption has become quite tolerable, considering that it is, after all, a medium-tonnage truck. The average diesel fuel consumption for a YaMZ engine is 13-18 liters (under different driving conditions).
Equipment and cost Lawn Next
An interesting fact is that this truck has three trim levels. The basic one is “Standard”; there are also “Comfort 1” and “Comfort 2” configurations. The basic package includes:
- ABS, ASR systems;
- Electric door windows;
- Adjustable steering column;
- On-board computer;
- Cruise control;
- Audio preparation;
- Cabin filter;
- Adjusting the dashboard lighting;
There are expected to be many variations of the new medium-duty truck, so the GAZon Next may vary greatly. Prices for basic cars equipped with an on-board platform will also be indicated here, since such cars are considered basic in the line. So, for the on-board standard GAZon Next the price for 2015 is 1,355,000 rubles. But the extended version with a three-seater cabin and an on-board platform will cost less; the price of this version is 1,335,000 rubles.
“GAZon Next”: a car that “consumers have been waiting for a long time”
Vladimir Putin congratulated GAZ on the launch of production of a new car! Welcome to the new car, dear car enthusiasts!!!
On September 19, 2014, as part of a special conference, Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin congratulated the specialists of the GAZ plant on the production of the long-awaited new generation cargo van “GAZon NEXT”. The President expressed confidence that the company’s employees have created a good product that consumers will like.
Vladimir Putin also added: “I know that consumers have been waiting for this car for a long time. GAZ is developing very actively. This is a machine of this class that will be in demand not only in our market, but I am sure - and I agree with your leaders here - it will be in demand on the international market as well. And I hope that it will be affordable for consumers.
I was just told about what is planned to be done at GAZ. I am confident that the entire program will be implemented. Congratulations and wish you all the best!”
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From September 10 to 14, 2013, the 12th international specialized exhibition of commercial vehicles COMTRANS 2013 was held in Moscow, at which the next new product of the Gorky Automobile Plant from the Next family was presented to the public for the first time. The new development was named GAZon Next (C41R31) , it was created with the aim of deservedly replacing the GAZ-3308/3309 , which were popularly called “Lawn”.
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Specifications
The new product stands out for its original and spacious cabin, as well as a comfortable interior. The design of the cabin and interior is borrowed from the GAZelle Next, along with a comfortable seat with five-stage adjustment and heating, an on-board computer, heated mirrors, central locking, electric windows and ergonomic niches for various needs. Differences between the lawn cabin and the Gazelle: the presence of a massive hood made of fiberglass and original lighting equipment, an aluminum body and a hood stopper. Most GAZ lorries were produced with an old metal body, so aluminum can significantly increase the demand for the car. The cabin is equipped with a step to make it more convenient for the driver to enter the cabin. You can separately order a long-range “air” seat when purchasing a car. Although the Lawn was created as a truck for transportation within a city or region, nothing will prevent it from traveling long distances.
Representatives of the model range
– Universal model – Off-road “Sadko” with rotation module – City model
See tech. characteristics for standard and extended platform.
The vehicle weighs 8.7 tons, which classifies Lawn Next as a medium-duty truck. The carrying capacity of the machine is 5 tons. The wheelbase volume is 4.5 meters. According to plant representatives, Lawn buyers will enjoy an upgraded front suspension, an updated five-speed gearbox with synchronizers in all gears and an improved semi-integral steering. Soft three-leaf springs, a stabilizer, a joystick for controlling the gearbox and an electronic gas pedal are installed.
The lawn will be equipped with diesel engines. Some configurations will be equipped with a domestic YaMZ-534 engine with a volume of 4.4 liters and a power of 135 horsepower. Most of the new products will be equipped with a foreign-made turbocharged Cummins ISF engine with a volume of 3.8 liters and a power of 152 horsepower. Both engines comply with Euro-4 standards. The maximum speed will be 100 km/h. See photo of the engine (click to expand to full screen).
The brakes of this development are disc. The air and fuel filters are located behind the vehicle's cabin. The steering column is tilt adjustable. You can order a tachograph unit when purchasing, which will be placed under the roof. The instrument panel is convenient and easy to read. The ergonomic steering wheel has radio tuning buttons. The basic package also includes cruise control. The control button for this option is located at the end of the left steering column switch. On this page you can see the dimensions of the truck separately.